Lakers forward Jordan Hill has been charged with felony assault for allegedly choking Darlene Luna, a former girlfriend, back on February 29, L.A. acquired Hill from the Houston Rockets in a trade for Derek Fisher on March 15.

If convicted, Hill could be sentenced for up to 10 years in prison, according to TMZ.com.

Jordan Hill could face a felony for allegedly choking a family member in February, before he was picked up by the Lakers. (AP Photo)

The charge was filed by the Harris County District Attorney in Houston.

Hill played a limited role in seven regular-season games since being traded to the Lakers, averaging 4.7 points and 4.4 rebounds over 11.7 minutes per game. But he played a big part in the L.A.’s Game 1 win over the Nuggets on Sunday, going 24 minutes for 10 points, 10 rebounds and 2 blocks.

"I promise to keep my focus and attention on the playoffs during this time and to helping my team win another championship," Hill said in a statement. "I'd like to apologize to the Lakers organization and to all of their fans for the untimeliness of these accusations."